Splicing Frame Elastic Member Gap Sealing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Large size liquid display panels require precise splicing due to their size and thickness, leading to gaps between splicing members that affect the appearance and integrity of the display, as existing splicing methods struggle with dimensional tolerance and misalignment.
Innovation Solution
A splicing frame with elastic members inserted into gaps between splicing members, secured by an adhesive layer and fasteners, providing an interference fit and decorative options, to ensure seamless assembly and enhanced structural integrity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If transverse splicing or slant splicing is used for large size liquid display panels, then the display panel can be assembled, but gaps appear between splicing members affecting appearance and dimensional precision deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a splicing member as an intermediary component between adjacent liquid crystal modules. This splicing member includes a splicing frame with splicing surfaces that contact the side surfaces of the modules, and a covering component that covers the splicing surfaces. The intermediary splicing member bridges the gaps between modules, achieving seamless splicing while simplifying the overall assembly structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The splicing member is divided into distinct functional segments: the splicing frame structure that provides mechanical support and positioning, and the covering component that provides the appearance finish. This segmentation allows each part to be optimized independently for its specific function while maintaining overall simplicity.
2Ease of manufacture
If the front shell completely covers the front frame or half-covers it, then assembly is simplified, but the requirement for dimensional tolerance precision increases and gaps affect appearance
Solution Approach 1:
The splicing member acts as an intermediary that absorbs dimensional variations and misalignments between adjacent modules. The covering component with its specific structure compensates for gaps caused by dimensional tolerances, allowing the front shell to cover the assembly without requiring extremely tight tolerance control while maintaining a seamless appearance.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs elastic elements within the splicing structure that can deform to accommodate dimensional variations. By changing the physical state of these elements (elastic deformation), the system adapts to manufacturing tolerances and maintains consistent appearance across spliced boundaries without requiring ultra-precise dimensional control.
3Ease of operation
If splicing members are connected with gaps, then assembly is easier, but structural integrity deteriorates and appearance is affected
Solution Approach 1:
The splicing member serves as a strengthening intermediary that mechanically connects adjacent liquid crystal modules. The splicing frame structure provides rigid support and structural continuity across module boundaries, while the covering component maintains appearance. This intermediary structure transfers and distributes mechanical loads, enhancing overall structural integrity without complicating assembly.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution achieves a seamless, stable, and aesthetically pleasing splicing of large size liquid display panels by reducing misalignment issues and simplifying the molding process, while enhancing the structural strength and appearance of the display.
Implementation Method 1
an adhesive layer is attached between the elastic member and the splicing member for seamless combining with each other, for avoid the elastic member sliding from the gap. The elastic member and the splicing member are interference fit to each other by elasticity.
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AI summary
A splicing frame of flat panel display, comprising a plurality of splicing members, the splicing frame is assembled by the splicing members, wherein a gap is limited between the adjoining splicing members, for inserting an elastic member, an adhesive layer is attached between the elastic member and the splicing member for seamless combining with each other. The elastic members are interference fit with the splicing members by its' own elasticity. In addition, an adhesive layer could be attached on the any side of the splicing member for combining the splicing member with the elastic member more stability. For the surface of the elastic member to be more beautiful, some decorative patterns could be formed on the surface of the elastic member.